at Nintendo WII. They're still too young to give me any competition, but I don't want to deflate their egos (nor do I want to pump them up too much). What should I do?
2007-02-14 02:35:19 · 18 answers · asked by angrysandwichguy_2007 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
It depends how old they are--If they are quite young--like five or six--(they probably shouldn't be playing too many video games at that age actually--but I know parents who allow this)--well--yes--let them win--they are very young and need to be boosted up--if they are close to their teen years--well--you can be more fair about it--and they may honestly beat you anyhow!! I've read studies that winning does matter in some ways--that is--it is better for kids to slowly learn how to deal with success rather than trying something too hard--failing and then never wanting to try again--progress is achieved by small successes--In general try not to compete with them that much--just say--here is your turn--now it's mine--if you foster too much of a competitive attitude this will become the main motivator for your children--wanting to win--as oppossed to doing things because they enjoy them...
2007-02-14 04:42:54 · answer #1 · answered by Shay 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should play just a notch above their skill level at all times. This way the child is constantly challenged, and therefore may even beat you, but he does not get an ego about it. Also I think you should not even address the issue of winning/losing. I think you should instead point out specific maneuvers he does, giving compliments and advice when necessary.
2007-02-14 05:48:51 · answer #2 · answered by ♥Lucky♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-17 09:48:33 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Kids play games to have fun, don't make it about winning or losing. If you want to teach your children morals in regards to being a good winner and good loser than make sure that your games are not just nintendo...but out door sports as well. Good Luck!
2007-02-14 04:29:09 · answer #4 · answered by Ladybug 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's good for kids to lose, otherwise they become poor sports. If you don't like beating them so much, let them play each other, or try finding a game they excel at.
2007-02-14 02:41:20 · answer #5 · answered by Kottonfire7 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You win some and then let them win some. Of course everychild will want to win all the time. It willinflate their little egos and make them strive to be better.
2007-02-14 03:52:07 · answer #6 · answered by neicee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all NOT FUNNY! I'd say let them win once or twice but beware, they'll start beating you sooner rather than later. If your don't belive me ask YOUR parents to try and play a video game :)
2007-02-14 03:43:53 · answer #7 · answered by Graham S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think adults should play video games very often personally, but yeah, it's ok to beat them. It's not about who wins anyway, it's about spending time together and having fun.
2007-02-14 02:59:10 · answer #8 · answered by CHERI S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My oldest boy loves his playstation2 and when he was younger yeah I smoked him in almost every game. Now, he beats me. sometimes I let him win and other times I get spanked. dont think it will hurt there ego's at all.
2007-02-14 02:45:12 · answer #9 · answered by bubba 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let them win every now and then and tell them they are getting better. It will make you feel good and it will boost their ego.
2007-02-14 02:42:11 · answer #10 · answered by melinda b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋